1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1987 TVR Tasmin 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 605 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 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Bee | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3528 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2390 mm |
