1997 Audi A8 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 41 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 1110 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, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A8 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2000 mm |
