1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 49 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 114 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, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Donkervoort |
| Model | Bee | D8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1780 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2310 mm |
