1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 664 kg more than 1954 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Bee | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2953 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
