1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 56 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 1100 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Bee | 123 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |