1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 30 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 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 855 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bee | 250 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2497 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2810 mm |