1959 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1793 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | DKW | Hummer |
| Model | Munga | H2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
