1956 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga.
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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Munga | GL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3080 mm |
