1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 459 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
