1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 740 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 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Corvette | Junior |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 31 L |
