1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 996. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Beijing | Porsche |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
