2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 918 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.
Because 2006 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | CTS | Junior |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
