1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 785 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 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
