1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 45 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 855 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Bee | NSX |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3179 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2540 mm |