1957 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 166 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW Munga | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | DKW | Porsche |
Model | Munga | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |