1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1998 BMW 316
To start off, both 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 and 1998 BMW 316 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 BMW 316.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1998 BMW 316 | |
Make | Beijing | BMW |
Model | BJ 2020 | 316 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |