1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1956 Daihatsu Bee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 780 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bee | XK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3441 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2600 mm |
