1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Bee | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2420 mm |
