2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 50 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 945 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 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Junior |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 31 L |
