1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1269 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 1967 Chevrolet Impala 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 1967 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Impala | Junior |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 31 L |
