1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 592 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 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2970 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2840 mm |
