1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 925 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Bee | Corvette |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 7000 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2685 mm |