1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 31 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1185 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, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Bee | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 5763 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
