2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1955 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB9 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
