1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 41 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 415 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, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Bee | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3950 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
