1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 59 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 430 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 2001 Honda S2000 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 2001 Honda S2000. 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, 2001 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 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 | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
