1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1954 Daihatsu Bee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
