2004 BMW X5 vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 49 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 995 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | X5 | Munga |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
