1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 52 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1626 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Bee | Savana |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4802 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3440 mm |
