1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 834 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Golf |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3201 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |