1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1800 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3001 mm |
