1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 32 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 875 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Bristol | DKW |
| Model | 411 | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
