2002 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 50 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1662 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, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 118 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Bugatti | Daihatsu |
| Model | EB 118 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2000 mm |
