1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 55 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1086 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Bee | Viper |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 8285 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 499 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |