1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
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 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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 Mercedes-Benz SC (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BJ 212 | SC |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
