1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 52 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 1165 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Bee | 320 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |
