1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 37 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 38 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 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, 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | DB4 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
