2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1952 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 DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | DTS | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2000 mm |
