1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1966 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 730 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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bee | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4235 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |
