1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 525 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 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 Mercury Park Lane. 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 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | DKW | Mercury |
Model | Reichklasse F8 | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1942 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 584 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |