2003 BMW 645 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 1183 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 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 645 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2000 mm |
