2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1954 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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | STS | Bee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2000 mm |
