1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 39 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1245 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bee | SL |
Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2799 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |