1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 815 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | E |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
