1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 58 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1399 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
Model | Bee | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 6200 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2880 mm |