2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 934 kg more than 1954 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 B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
Model | B3 | Bee |
Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2000 mm |