2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 560 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 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Impala | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2000 mm |
