1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Avanti | Beijing |
| Model | Avanti | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
