2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1194 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 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB9 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
