1954 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 58 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 860 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.
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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | DKW | Alpina |
| Model | Munga | B7 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3071 mm |
