1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1995 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Mini Cooper | M5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
