1959 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 50 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), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| 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 | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3030 mm |
