1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 48 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 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 2127 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4916 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2860 mm |
