2007 BMW 530 vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 530 | Munga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
