1996 BMW M3 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 45 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 1073 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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2000 mm |
