1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Beijing |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
