1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 39 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 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP) has 578 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 387 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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR 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 | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | DKW | McLaren |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
