1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1964 Ford Zodiac is newer by 7 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 537 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, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 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 | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
