1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Beijing | Ferrari |
| Model | BJ 212 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
