2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 322 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Corvette | 3-6 Monza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
