2009 BMW 130 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 805 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 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 130 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2000 mm |
