2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 51 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 1123 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | BLS | Bee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2000 mm |
