1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 42 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 915 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, 1998 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Bee | NSX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2977 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2540 mm |