1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1959 DKW Munga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chrysler | DKW |
| Model | Imperial | Munga |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2010 mm |
