1985 BMW M6 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 33 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 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M6 weights approximately 990 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, 1985 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M6 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
