1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 35 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 954 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Bee | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3186 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |
