1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Beijing | Wartburg |
Model | BJ 2021 | 312 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3962 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |