1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |
