2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1207 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 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | XLR | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2000 mm |
