1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
