1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 985 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 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | S60 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2720 mm |
