1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 44 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 660 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Bee | Guara |
Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3982 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |