2002 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Beijing | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
