2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1684 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 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Suburban | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2000 mm |
