1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1995 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1995 Venturi Coupe 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Coupe 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 140 kg more than 1995 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Venturi Coupe. 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 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Coupe 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 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Beijing | Venturi |
| Model | BJ 212 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
