2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | DB7 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
