1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Beijing | Porsche |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
