1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1951 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 Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Z1 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2000 mm |
