1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 790 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Roadmaster | Munga |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
