1960 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Munga would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1960 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 520 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Munga | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | DKW | Land Rover |
| Model | Munga | Defender |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 93 L |
