2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 49 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1885 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 2008 Bentley Arnage 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 2008 Bentley Arnage. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 811 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Bentley | DKW |
| Model | Arnage | Junior |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 31 L |
