1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 65 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 1060 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 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
