1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 55 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1200 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | C |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 5441 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2720 mm |
