1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 799 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |