2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1273 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 Cadillac CTS (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | CTS | Bee |
Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 354 cc |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2000 mm |