1999 Audi S8 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 1235 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 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S8 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2000 mm |
