1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 55 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 795 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bee | B |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1699 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2780 mm |