1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1991 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Beijing |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
