1957 DKW Munga vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 646 kg more than 1957 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | Munga | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
