1998 BMW 740 vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 41 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1235 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 740 | 3-6 Monza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
