1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 907 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Passat |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2771 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |
