2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 52 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1955 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Suburban | Munga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
