1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 18 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 852 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
