1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 527 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Corvette | Junior |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 31 L |
