1994 Acura NSX vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 855 kg more than 1956 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | NSX | Bee |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2000 mm |
