1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 95 kg more than 1955 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Corvette | Munga |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
