1997 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Fury. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Beijing | Plymouth |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Fury |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3060 mm |
