2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1005 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 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Bee |
Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 354 cc |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2000 mm |