1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | 3-Litre | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
