1963 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 50 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1730 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | DKW | Bentley |
| Model | Junior | Continental |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
