2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1499 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | Escalade | Munga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
