1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 53 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 1069 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | GT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5408 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
