1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 53 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 910 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.
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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 has manual transmission. 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | Seville | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
