2006 Acura MDX vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 295 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Acura | DKW |
| Model | MDX | Munga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
