1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 765 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Bee | 530 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2840 mm |