1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 47 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1195 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lincoln |
| Model | Bee | LS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3934 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2910 mm |
