1954 DKW Munga vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 895 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 2012 BMW 750. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Munga | 750 |
| 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 | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3071 mm |
