1959 DKW Munga vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 40 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 845 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 1999 GMC Safari. 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | DKW | GMC |
| Model | Munga | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
