1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 47 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1012 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Bee | Firebird |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 5663 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1528 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 |