1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 725 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Silverado | Munga |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
