1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1418 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 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2748 mm |
