1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 47 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1185 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | B3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2000 mm |
