1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 29 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 1039 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Bee | 928 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
