1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1237 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 Volkswagen Sharan (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Sharan |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2792 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2850 mm |