1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1956 Daihatsu Bee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1885 kg more than 1956 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | 500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5401 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3300 mm |
