1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 56 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 2144 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Bee | Savana |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 5358 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3440 mm |
