1994 Acura NSX vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 32 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 670 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 1994 Acura NSX 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 1994 Acura NSX. 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Acura | DKW |
| Model | NSX | Junior |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2180 mm |
