1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1270 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | SL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2585 mm |
