1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 815 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 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Bee | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2900 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2416 mm |
