2005 BMW 520 vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 280 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 BMW 520. 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 BMW 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 520 | Munga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
