1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1956 Daimler DK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 1517 kg more than 1955 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daimler |
| Model | Bee | DK |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4617 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3310 mm |
