1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (517 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 974 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 517 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2770 mm |
