1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 31 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 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. 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 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Vauxhall Carlton 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 | 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Beijing | Vauxhall |
| Model | BJ 212 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
