1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 30 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 1233 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bee | 560 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 5547 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2850 mm |