1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 441 kg more than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1991 Beijing BJ 212 has manual transmission. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Beijing | Lincoln |
| Model | BJ 212 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2990 mm |
