1967 DKW Munga vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 475 kg more than 1967 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | Munga | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
