1963 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 48 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 520 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 2011 Pagani Zonda 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 2011 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | DKW | Pagani |
| Model | Junior | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2730 mm |
