1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 11 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 1075 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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Bee | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3967 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2420 mm |
