1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 1888 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 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2946 mm |
