2001 BMW 318 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 46 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 925 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, 2001 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 318 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 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 |
