1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 47 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 65 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 212 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
