1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Marcos TS weights approximately 560 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 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Bee | TS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2544 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2230 mm |
