1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, both 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 and 1996 BMW 730 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. 1996 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1996 BMW 730 | |
Make | Beijing | BMW |
Model | BJ 2020 | 730 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |