2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 50 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | B5 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2000 mm |
