1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 61 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1735 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Bee | X5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2933 mm |
