1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is newer by 3 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 1250 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bee | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3442 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3050 mm |
