1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 59 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 1195 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Bee | 530 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2968 mm |
