1956 DKW Munga vs. 1963 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1963 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 390 kg more than 1956 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1963 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | Munga | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
