1955 DKW Munga vs. 1950 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1955 DKW Munga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jaguar XK weights approximately 15 kg more than 1955 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1950 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1950 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | Munga | XK |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
