1994 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
