1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 51 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Taurus weights approximately 782 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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2870 mm |
