1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 51 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1080 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bee | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4196 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
