1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 820 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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
Model | Bee | MC12 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 5998 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2810 mm |