2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 871 kg more than 1955 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Z3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2000 mm |
