1954 Buick 70 vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1961 DKW Junior is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 1273 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 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | 70 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2180 mm |
