1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1974 Buick Riviera is newer by 20 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), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1524 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Bee |
Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2000 mm |