1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 15 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 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 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2021 | ActiveHybrid 7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
