1955 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 54 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 412 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 2009 Dodge Charger. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Munga | Charger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
