1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 50 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1665 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5513 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3170 mm |
