1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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 Beijing BJ 212 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 212 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
