1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1967 DKW Munga
To start off, 1975 BMW 1502 is newer by 8 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1502 (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DKW Munga weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1502. 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, 1975 BMW 1502 (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1967 DKW Munga | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 1502 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
