2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 51 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP) has 346 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1012 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
Make | Cadillac | DKW |
Model | CTS | 3-6 Monza |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 536 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 274 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 | 1745 kg | 733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |