1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 53 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1810 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza has manual transmission. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | DKW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3302 mm |
