1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Beijing | Wartburg |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
