1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 27 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 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 845 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | 250 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2525 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2800 mm |
