1955 DKW Munga vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1955 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Munga | 968 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
