1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 500 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1257 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 3-6 Monza |
Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |