1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 58 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 975 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | C |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2147 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2720 mm |
