1954 DKW Munga vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 33 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 250 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 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | Munga | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
