1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1189 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 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Falcon |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3983 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2838 mm |