1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 22 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
