2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 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 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
