1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 17 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | DKW | Ferrari |
Model | Reichklasse F8 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1942 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 584 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |