1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 40 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 1205 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Bee | Aurora |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3995 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2900 mm |