1994 BMW 840 vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 37 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 1007 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
Make | BMW | DKW |
Model | 840 | 3-6 Monza |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |