1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 53 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1929 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | GL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5461 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3080 mm |
