1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 22 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 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1185 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Bee | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5762 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
