1963 DKW Munga vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, both 1963 DKW Munga and 1963 Porsche 356 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DKW Munga weights approximately 176 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
Because 1963 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Munga | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Munga | 356 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
