2009 Audi A5 vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 826 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | A5 | Junior |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 31 L |
