2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chrysler | DKW |
| Model | 300 | Junior |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 31 L |
