1959 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1092 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 H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 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 H3 | |
| Make | DKW | Hummer |
| Model | Munga | H3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
