1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 38 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 710 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 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Munga |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
