2008 BMW 740 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 1429 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 740 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2000 mm |
