1962 BMW 700 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1962 BMW 700 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 700 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1951 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, 1962 BMW 700 (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 700 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2000 mm |
