2007 BMW 525 vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 53 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga.
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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1954 DKW Munga | |
Make | BMW | DKW |
Model | 525 | Munga |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |