2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 796 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Bentley | DKW |
| Model | Continental | Munga |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2010 mm |
