2009 BMW 120 vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 685 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 BMW 120 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 BMW 120. 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 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 120 | Junior |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 31 L |
