1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 58 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 940 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Bee | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |