2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1954 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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Z4 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2000 mm |
