1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1964 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1964 Beijing BJ 212 and 1964 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Citroen DS 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 75 kg more than 1964 Citroen DS.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Citroen DS. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1964 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 212 | DS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3140 mm |
