1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1986 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Continental is newer by 32 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1199 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1986 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lincoln |
| Model | Bee | Continental |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
