1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 672 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | De Tomaso | DKW |
| Model | Pantera | Junior |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2180 mm |
