1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 63 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
