1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | DB4 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
