1959 DKW Munga vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 235 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 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Munga | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1345 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 |
