1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 DKW Munga
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Corvette | Munga |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5360 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
