1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 530 kg more than 1957 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1957 DKW Munga | |
Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
Model | V8 Volante | Munga |
Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |