1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 35 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 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1497 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | 500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4971 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3150 mm |
