1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 515 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 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Bee | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3996 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2570 mm |
