1957 DKW Munga vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 47 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 882 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.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
