2005 Audi S4 vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | S4 | Junior |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
