1961 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 2026 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1961 DKW Junior | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | DKW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Junior | Corniche |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3070 mm |