1973 Bitter CD vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 16 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 991 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. 1973 Bitter CD 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. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
| Make | Bitter | DKW |
| Model | CD | 3-6 Monza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
