1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 21 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 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1254 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
Model | Bee | XJS |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 5342 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2600 mm |