1954 DKW Munga vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 52 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Munga | 530 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
