1962 DKW Junior vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 32 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior.
Because 1994 Lotus Esprit 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 1994 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | DKW | Lotus |
| Model | Junior | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 72 L |
