1954 DKW Munga vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 295 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, 2006 Lexus GS (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | DKW | Lexus |
| Model | Munga | GS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
