1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 70 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 has manual transmission. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | DKW | Infiniti |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | FX |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2885 mm |
