1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1145 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 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Bee | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2350 mm |
