1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 958 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
Model | Bee | XK |
Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 3781 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2600 mm |