2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
Model | Vanquish | BJ 212 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2066 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |