1956 DKW Munga vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 470 kg more than 1956 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | Munga | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
