1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
