1957 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 55 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 576 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.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Munga | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
