1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Charger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 730 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chrysler Charger 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 1972 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chrysler | DKW |
| Model | Charger | Junior |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2180 mm |
