1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 58 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 1200 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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Bee | IS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2731 mm |
