1964 AC Cobra vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1964 AC Cobra is newer by 1 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 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Cobra weights approximately 300 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 1964 AC Cobra 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 1964 AC Cobra. 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | AC | DKW |
| Model | Cobra | Junior |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
