2009 BMW 535 vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 50 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 405 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.
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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 535 | Munga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
