1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 989 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 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Bee | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3785 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2570 mm |
