1962 DKW Junior vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 765 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 1969 Plymouth Barracuda 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 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | DKW | Plymouth |
| Model | Junior | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
