1957 BMW 600 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1957 BMW 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 BMW 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 20 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 600 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 BMW 600 (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
