1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 50 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 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 885 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, 2001 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Bee | IS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2680 mm |
