1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1964 Beijing BJ 212 and 1964 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,604 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Opel Rekord (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Opel Rekord 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 360 kg more than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Opel Rekord. 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 Opel Rekord (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Beijing | Opel |
Model | BJ 212 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |