1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 530 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 1961 Aston Martin DB4 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 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
| Model | DB4 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 31 L |
