1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 55 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX 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 1997 Honda NSX 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 1997 Honda NSX. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX 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 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
