1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1957 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Bristol | DKW |
| Model | 412 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
