1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1971 Buick Centurion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1554 kg more than 1954 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Centurion | Bee |
Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2000 mm |