1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 885 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Bee | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3185 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |
