1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 57 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 615 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
