1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (369 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
