1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Beijing BJ 212 has manual transmission. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 212 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2934 mm |
