1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 305 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. 1997 Xedos 6 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. 1997 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | DKW | Xedos |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
