2006 BMW 320 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 1100 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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 320 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2000 mm |
