1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1964 Ford GT 40 is newer by 12 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 349 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, 1964 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 1964 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2420 mm |
