1957 DKW Munga vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 43 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 406 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 2000 Ferrari 550. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | Munga | 550 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
