1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 67 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1651 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | DKW | Land Rover |
Model | Reichklasse F8 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 584 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |