1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 847 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.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 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 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | DKW | Land Rover |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
