1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 707 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 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 550 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Beijing | TVR |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
