1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1964 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 4 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 95 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | |
Make | Austin | Beijing |
Model | 3-Litre | BJ 212 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |