1959 DKW Munga vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1959 DKW Munga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 385 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | DKW | Jensen |
| Model | Munga | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
