2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1951 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
Model | B 10 | Bee |
Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 354 cc |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2000 mm |