1981 BMW 520 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1981 BMW 520 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 520 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1952 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, 1981 BMW 520 (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 520 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 520 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
