1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 956 kg more than 1954 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 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Bee |
Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2000 mm |