1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | AC | Beijing |
| Model | 2-Litre | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
