1962 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 50 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 666 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 650 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 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 2012 Pagani Huayra. 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | DKW | Pagani |
| Model | Junior | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2795 mm |
