1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 27 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (101 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 360 weights approximately 306 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 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 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | DKW | Volvo |
Model | 3-6 Monza | 360 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 76 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 180 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 | 1039 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |