1955 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 53 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 207 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | DKW | Panoz |
| Model | Munga | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
