1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Beijing | Bristol |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
