1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 44 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 894 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |
