1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (239 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1480 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3189 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2890 mm |
