1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | C |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2143 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
