2004 BMW 535 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 1165 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 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 535 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2000 mm |
