1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 45 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 92 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Beijing | Panoz |
| Model | BJ 212 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
