1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Cadillac Sixty 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 1963 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | Sixty | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
