1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Beijing | Mini |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2466 mm |
