1957 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1732 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW Munga | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | DKW | Ford |
Model | Munga | Excursion |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 3016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3490 mm |