1999 Audi A4 vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 57 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 365 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | A4 | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
