1984 BMW 323 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 29 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 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 323 weights approximately 575 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, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 323 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2000 mm |
