2009 BMW 530 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 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 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1956 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 530 | Bee |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2000 mm |