1956 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 830 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 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | DKW | Chrysler |
| Model | Munga | Town & Country |
| 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 | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3078 mm |
