1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 60 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1730 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bee | S |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 5500 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3165 mm |