1963 DKW Junior vs. 1963 Pontiac Tempest
To start off, both 1963 DKW Junior and 1963 Pontiac Tempest were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,524 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Pontiac Tempest (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Pontiac Tempest should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Pontiac Tempest weights approximately 640 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Pontiac Tempest 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 1963 Pontiac Tempest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1963 Pontiac Tempest | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | Junior | Tempest |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2930 mm |
