1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 51 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1370 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 766 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | CL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 5513 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2890 mm |
