1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Beijing |
| Model | 3000 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
