1967 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DKW Munga would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Munga | R |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
