1962 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 51 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1180 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | DKW | Jaguar |
Model | Junior | XJ |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3157 mm |