1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 17 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 1267 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Bee | SP |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 7206 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |
