1991 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 185 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
