1991 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Beijing | Rover |
| Model | BJ 2020 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
