1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
