1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 37 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | AC | Beijing |
Model | Greyhound | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |