1962 DKW Junior vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 37 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1040 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1962 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1962 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | DKW | Buick |
| Model | Junior | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
