1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 850 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bee | SLK |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |