1959 DKW Munga vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 53 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 515 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.
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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Munga | 328 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
