2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 954 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Bee |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2000 mm |