1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 29 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 790 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Bee | 208 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2350 mm |
