1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 57 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1626 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Bee | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4298 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3030 mm |
