1972 BMW 520 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1955 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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 520 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2000 mm |
