1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 212 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
