1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Newport is newer by 6 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1265 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 1968 Chrysler Newport 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 1968 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chrysler | DKW |
| Model | Newport | Junior |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 31 L |
