1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1958 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 225 kg more than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
