1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1678 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 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hummer |
| Model | Bee | H3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3653 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3420 mm |
