1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1984 Cadillac Seville is newer by 42 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 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 835 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.
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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 has manual transmission. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Cadillac Seville | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
Make | Cadillac | DKW |
Model | Seville | Reichklasse F8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1942 |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |