1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. 2010 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Beijing BJ 212 has manual transmission. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Beijing | Audi |
| Model | BJ 212 | S6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2847 mm |
