1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1192 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
Model | Bee | XJS |
Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 5344 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 299 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2600 mm |