1956 DKW Munga vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1967 Mercury Brougham is newer by 11 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 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Brougham. 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | Munga | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
