1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 725 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 SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | SL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 6208 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2570 mm |
