2005 BMW 530 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 51 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 1139 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 530 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2000 mm |
