1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 69 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1873 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander
Make DKW Land Rover
Model Reichklasse F8 Freelander
Year Released 1942 2011
Engine Size 584 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 18 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 401 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 835 kg 2708 kg
Vehicle Length 3900 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2670 mm


 

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