1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 985 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Bee | 993 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
