1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe 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 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Beijing | Mini |
| Model | BJ 212 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2466 mm |
