1963 DKW Junior vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1005 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 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.

Compare all specifications:

1963 DKW Junior 1970 Pontiac GTO
Make DKW Pontiac
Model Junior GTO
Year Released 1963 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 796 cc 6548 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 34 HP 370 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 603 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 104.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 95.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2180 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 31 L 67 L


 

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