2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 984 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Bee |
Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2000 mm |