1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 709 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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | T5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2459 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3010 mm |
