1957 DKW Munga vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1957 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | Munga | 400 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
