1957 DKW Munga vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 55 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 341 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.
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 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Munga | 335 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
