2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1969 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
