1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | DKW | Wartburg |
Model | Reichklasse F8 | 312 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 584 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |