1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 10 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, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring 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 365 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 212 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
