1998 BMW 740 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 46 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1453 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 740 | Bee |
Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2000 mm |