1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 60 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 1250 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Acura |
| Model | Bee | TL |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2776 mm |
