1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 54 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 1699 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Bee | GX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4671 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2860 mm |
