2009 Audi A8 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 57 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1395 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, 2009 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A8 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2000 mm |
