1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 1 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 305 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | AC | DKW |
| Model | Greyhound | Junior |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 31 L |
