1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Beijing | Chevrolet |
| Model | BJ 212 | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2930 mm |
