1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 33 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 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1045 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bee | S |
Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2744 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2950 mm |