1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 57 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1286 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Bee | STS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2957 mm |
