1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 325 kg more than 1951 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, 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1285 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2430 mm |
