1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1022 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 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Bee | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3588 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2360 mm |
