2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1956 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 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB7 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2000 mm |
