1954 DKW Munga vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 33 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Munga | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Munga | 300 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |