1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 755 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 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Daihatsu | Panoz |
Model | Bee | Esperante |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 4601 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |