1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 15 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 1000 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 1976 Bristol 412 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 1976 Bristol 412. 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Bristol | DKW |
| Model | 412 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2180 mm |
