1959 DKW Munga vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 46 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | DKW | GMC |
| Model | Munga | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| 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 |
