1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1991 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | AC | Beijing |
| Model | Greyhound | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
