1989 Audi V8 vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 34 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 430 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | V8 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
