1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1958 Maserati 450 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 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati 450 weights approximately 275 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 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Bee | 450 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4478 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
