1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1075 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Bee | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3600 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2360 mm |