1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 33 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1115 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bee | XJS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3590 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2600 mm |
