2007 Audi S4 vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 17 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | S4 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
