1964 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Princess | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2310 mm |
