1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1233 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | CLK |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 5437 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 574 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2970 mm |
