1957 DKW Munga vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 111 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 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Munga | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
