1963 AC Cobra vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1963 AC Cobra is newer by 4 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | AC | DKW |
| Model | Cobra | Munga |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
