1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1965 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera 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 1965 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 1962 DKW Junior | |
Make | Buick | DKW |
Model | Riviera | Junior |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 73 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 70.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 68 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 31 L |