1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | DB3 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
