1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 54 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 451 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4009 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |
