2009 BMW 335 vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 53 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 270 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 335 | Munga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
