1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 1118 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 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Daihatsu | Buick |
Model | Bee | Regal |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2738 mm |