1992 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, both 1992 Beijing BJ 212 and 1992 BMW 540 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Beijing BJ 212 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | Beijing | BMW |
Model | BJ 212 | 540 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1650 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 |