1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 48 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1317 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, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Bee | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 4604 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |