2002 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2002 BMW Z3

To start off, both 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 and 2002 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.

Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. 2002 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Beijing BJ 2021 2002 BMW Z3
Make Beijing BMW
Model BJ 2021 Z3
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Size 2466 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 111 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1512 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2450 mm


 

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