2009 Audi A8 vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | A8 | Munga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2010 mm |
