1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | DB4 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
