1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1964 Triumph 2000 is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 335 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph 2000 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 | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | DKW | Triumph |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
