2009 BMW 530 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee

To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 1152 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 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 1954 Daihatsu Bee
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model 530 Bee
Year Released 2009 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 356 cc
Horse Power 232 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 35 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1668 kg 516 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1290 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2000 mm