2001 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
