1988 BMW 525 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 36 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 1060 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 525 | Bee |
Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |