2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 51 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1170 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 2005 Bentley Continental. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 804 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Bentley | DKW |
| Model | Continental | Munga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2010 mm |
