1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 27 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1120 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Junior |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 31 L |
