1978 BMW 520 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1978 BMW 520 is newer by 24 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 520 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 1154 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 520 | Bee |
Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 135 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 | 1670 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2000 mm |