1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 805 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Bee | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3387 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2340 mm |
