1977 BMW 520 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 22 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 1050 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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 520 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2000 mm |
