1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 47 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 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 430 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 542 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Viper |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 8001 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |
