1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 1968 Dodge Polara is newer by 11 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 747 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza has manual transmission. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Dodge Polara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | Polara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
