2005 BMW 730 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1955 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 730 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2000 mm |
