1995 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 123 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
