1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 900 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Bee | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2686 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2420 mm |
