1959 DKW Munga vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1609 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | DKW | Lincoln |
| Model | Munga | Navigator |
| 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 | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3070 mm |
