1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Taurus |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 3496 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2870 mm |