1976 BMW 630 vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1955 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 630 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
