1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ferrari 212. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Beijing | Ferrari |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
