1998 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, both 1998 Audi A8 and 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
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, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (297 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | A8 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
