1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
