1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 37 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 949 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Bee | 348 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3405 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2460 mm |
