1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 18 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1197 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | 411 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2000 mm |
