1959 DKW Munga vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 970 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.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 535. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Munga | 535 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3066 mm |
