1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1959 DKW Munga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 105 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
| Model | DB3 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2010 mm |
