1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 57 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 2315 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | CLK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2720 mm |
