1979 Buick Century vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 17 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), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Century | Junior |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 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 | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2180 mm |
