2005 BMW 530 vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza

To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 48 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 902 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. 2005 BMW 530 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. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 530 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
Make BMW DKW
Model 530 3-6 Monza
Year Released 2005 1957
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2999 cc 903 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 49 HP
Torque 300 Nm 76 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 7.0:1
Top Speed 244 km/hour 142 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 733 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2360 mm


 

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