2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 770 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Corvette | Junior |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
