1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 915 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | E |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1987 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
