1954 DKW Munga vs. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 945 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | DKW | Aston Martin |
| Model | Munga | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
