1988 Buick Electra vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 31 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 291 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 1988 Buick Electra. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Electra | Munga |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2010 mm |
