1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 811 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 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Samsung |
| Model | Bee | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1838 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |
