1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 45 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 1659 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK (336 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | GLK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
