1957 DKW Munga vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 34 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 596 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.
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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | DKW | GMC |
| Model | Munga | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
