1957 DKW Munga vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 47 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 236 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW Munga | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | DKW | Porsche |
Model | Munga | 996 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |