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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 191 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 450 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 309 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 | 4009 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2890 mm |