1967 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 45 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 594 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.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |
