1955 DKW Munga vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 58 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 773 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Munga | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
