2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 DKW Junior
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1526 kg more than 1960 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 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1960 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Express | Junior |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 31 L |
