1963 DKW Junior vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 18 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 720 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 1981 Buick Century 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 1981 Buick Century. 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, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | DKW | Buick |
| Model | Junior | Century |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
