2007 BMW 118 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 55 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 715 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 118 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2000 mm |
