1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1956 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 14 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 131 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 1956 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
Make | Allard | DKW |
Model | Palm Beach | Reichklasse F8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1942 |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |