1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 53 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1318 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bee | XK |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4194 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2590 mm |
