1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 33 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 973 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | 300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2962 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2810 mm |
