1996 BMW 528 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 44 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 1180 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 528 | Bee |
Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2000 mm |