2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1115 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chrysler | DKW |
| Model | Town & Country | Junior |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 31 L |
