2009 Audi A8 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 55 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1424 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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A8 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 516 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 |
