1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 2315 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 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bee | E |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 5461 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2860 mm |