1963 DKW Junior vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 34 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 788 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 1997 Honda NSX 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 1997 Honda NSX. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | NSX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
