1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 61 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 977 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Bee | Corvette |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 6200 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2685 mm |