2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 50 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 425 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 2005 Cadillac Catera. 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | Catera | Munga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
