1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 705 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 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 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Bee | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4398 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2540 mm |
