1955 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 50 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1360 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3490 mm |
