2008 BMW 320 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1951 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 320 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2000 mm |
