1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1991 BMW 525
To start off, both 1991 Beijing BJ 212 and 1991 BMW 525 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Beijing BJ 212 | 1991 BMW 525 | |
Make | Beijing | BMW |
Model | BJ 212 | 525 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |