1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1970 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1970 Ford 12 M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. 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 1970 Ford 12 M. 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 Beijing BJ 212 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1970 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 212 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
