1978 Buick Regal vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 16 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 730 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 1978 Buick Regal 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 1978 Buick Regal. 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1962 DKW Junior | |
Make | Buick | DKW |
Model | Regal | Junior |
Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2180 mm |