1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Beijing | Mini |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2466 mm |
