1956 DKW Munga vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 32 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 64 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda NSX. 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | NSX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
