1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 53 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 192 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 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2002 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 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 | 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | AC | Beijing |
| Model | 2-Litre | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |
