2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 925 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Bee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2000 mm |
