1959 DKW Munga vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1530 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.
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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3490 mm |
