1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1630 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | ML |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2913 mm |
