1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 11 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1010 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Bristol | DKW |
| Model | 411 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2180 mm |
