1998 BMW 728 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 42 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 1290 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 728 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2000 mm |
