1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 57 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2275 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Bee | Silverado |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 5999 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 4250 mm |