1954 DKW Munga vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 31 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 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 90 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Munga | 250 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
