1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 24 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 572 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, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 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 | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | 208 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
