1986 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1976 BMW 630
To start off, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1976 BMW 630.
Because 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1976 BMW 630 (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1976 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
