1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 49 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 960 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Bee | SC |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |
