2006 BMW 325 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1952 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 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 325 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 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 |
