2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 935 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 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade. 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 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | Escalade | Junior |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 31 L |
