1990 Buick Electra vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 48 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 740 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. 1990 Buick Electra 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. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Electra | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
