1979 Buick Regal vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 16 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 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 785 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 1979 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 1979 Buick Regal. 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1963 DKW Junior | |
Make | Buick | DKW |
Model | Regal | Junior |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2180 mm |