1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 30 kg more than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. 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 1959 Alvis TD. 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. 1959 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1964 Beijing BJ 212 has manual transmission. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Beijing | Alvis |
| Model | BJ 212 | TD |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |
