1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 52 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 1155 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Bee | 530 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2991 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2890 mm |