1954 DKW Munga vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 45 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Munga | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
