1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1424 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 SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | SL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2560 mm |
