1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 955 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Bee | Firebird |
Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3790 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2750 mm |