1954 DKW Munga vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 55 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 (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 380 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 2009 BMW 525. 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Munga | 525 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
