1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 8 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP) has 347 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 807 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | DKW | Ferrari |
Model | 3-6 Monza | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 396 HP |
Torque | 76 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |