1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 and 1996 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (228 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 346 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Beijing | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | BJ 2020 | S |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |