1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 23 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1454 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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Bee | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 7206 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |
