1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1289 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 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bee | XK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2752 mm |
