1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 51 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 1020 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, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Bee | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3130 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3160 mm |
