1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 35 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 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 825 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | 230 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2297 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2720 mm |
