1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | DB4 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
