1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 1967 Honda S600 is newer by 25 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 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Honda S600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S600 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 110 kg more than 1967 Honda S600.
Because 1967 Honda S600 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 1967 Honda S600. 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, 1967 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Honda S600 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 | 1967 Honda S600 | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Reichklasse F8 | S600 |
Year Released | 1942 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 584 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |