1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 71 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 607 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 445 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 2012 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 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 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | DKW | Ascari |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2636 mm |
