1956 DKW Munga vs. 1993 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 37 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 605 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Donkervoort S8. 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, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1993 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | DKW | Donkervoort |
| Model | Munga | S8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1110 mm |
