1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, both 1957 Aston Martin DB3 and 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
Model | DB3 | 3-6 Monza |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 195 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |