1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2880 mm |
