1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 21 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1710 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 1983 Bentley Mulsanne 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 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1962 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1962 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1962 DKW Junior | |
Make | Bentley | DKW |
Model | Mulsanne | Junior |
Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 739 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 31 L |