1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 836 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 Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Bee | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2416 mm |
