1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Lexus GX
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 1390 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 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Bee | GX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4670 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2800 mm |
