2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 45 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 500 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.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
| Model | DB7 | Munga |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
