1959 DKW Munga vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | Munga | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
