1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1962 Cadillac 62 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1540 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 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | 62 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2000 mm |
