1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 64 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1090 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 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
