1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 814 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1308 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |
