1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1949 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
Make | AC | Beijing |
Model | 2-Litre | BJ 212 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2066 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2310 mm |