1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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 45 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
