1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1964 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 1964 Beijing BJ 212 and 1964 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,890 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Falcon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Falcon 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 695 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Falcon 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 | 1964 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Beijing | Ford |
Model | BJ 212 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2890 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 700 kg |