1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1042 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SSC Aero weights approximately 777 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1322 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SSC |
| Model | Bee | Aero |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 6000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
