2004 BMW 525 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 48 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 1145 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 525 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2000 mm |
