2008 BMW 330 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 54 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 1026 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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 330 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2000 mm |
