1955 DKW Munga vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1320 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | DKW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Munga | LM |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
