1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 56 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1468 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Bee | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4200 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3063 mm |
