1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 45 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 1195 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 1041 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bee | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3492 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2720 mm |
