1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 55 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1375 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Aston Martin |
Model | Bee | Virage |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 5900 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1288 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2741 mm |