2007 Acura TL vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 45 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 700 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Acura | DKW |
| Model | TL | Junior |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |
