1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1237 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2850 mm |
