2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Bentley | DKW |
| Model | Continental GTC | Junior |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 31 L |
