1997 AC Cobra vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 45 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 AC Cobra weights approximately 511 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobra | Bee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2000 mm |
