1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1185 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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bee | XK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3996 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2600 mm |
