1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 65 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Reichklasse F8 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1941 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 584 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |