2009 BMW 528 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 528 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2000 mm |
