1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 59 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 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1604 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | CL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2955 mm |
