1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 462 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Corvette | Munga |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
