1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1991 BMW M12
To start off, both 1991 Beijing BJ 212 and 1991 BMW M12 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW M12. 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 M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 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 M12 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 212 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
