1954 DKW Munga vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 194 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | Munga | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
