1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 41 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 985 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 1983 Lincoln Town Car 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 1983 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. 1983 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 has manual transmission. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | DKW | Lincoln |
Model | Reichklasse F8 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1942 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 584 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |