2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 46 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1357 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Avalanche | Munga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
