1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 21 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | AC | DKW |
| Model | Greyhound | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
