1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 51 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 95 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara 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 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | DKW | Marcos |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1090 mm |
