1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Reichklasse F8 | Venza |
Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 584 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |