1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
