1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1979 Holden Kingswood is newer by 37 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 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 535 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 1979 Holden Kingswood 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 1979 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood 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 | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | DKW | Holden |
Model | Reichklasse F8 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1942 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 584 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |