1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 1220 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 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Bee | 328 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2810 mm |
