1956 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 52 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 80 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.
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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Munga | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5654 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 | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
