1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 725 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 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2616 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2430 mm |
