1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 56 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1828 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Durango |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4701 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3030 mm |
