1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 10 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 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2194 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bee | 600 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 6332 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3910 mm |