1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1952 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (190 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | SE |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2195 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
