2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1951 Bristol 400
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1951 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Beijing | Bristol |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
