1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 20 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 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 542 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, 1977 Ford Granada (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada 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 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | Granada |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 126 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
