1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 849 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |
