1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 17 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 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley QB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Berkeley QB (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley QB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Berkeley | DKW |
| Model | QB | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 18 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2620 mm |
