1956 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 49 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), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 150 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 2005 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, 2005 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | NSX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| 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 | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
