1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 41 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2000 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | DB4 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
