1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1575 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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 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 650 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Bee | 650 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 4400 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2855 mm |