1959 BMW 507 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1959 BMW 507 is newer by 7 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1952 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 507 | Bee |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2000 mm |