1956 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 555 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 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | DKW | Buick |
| Model | Munga | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2837 mm |
