1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 52 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 617 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
Make | Citroen | DKW |
Model | Rally Raid | Reichklasse F8 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1942 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |