1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 937 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Caprice | 3-6 Monza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
