1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1828 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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Ram |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3580 mm |
