1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 1,308 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 905 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 Mazda RX-8 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1308 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |
