1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is newer by 50 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica weights approximately 934 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, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Bee | Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5748 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
