1961 BMW 501 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1961 BMW 501 is newer by 9 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 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 BMW 501 (100 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 830 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, 1961 BMW 501 (182 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 501 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2000 mm |
