1999 BMW X5 vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 45 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 904 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.
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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | X5 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
