1962 BMW 700 vs. 1962 Mini MK I
To start off, both 1962 BMW 700 and 1962 Mini MK I were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Mini MK I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 700 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1962 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 700 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 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Mini MK I, 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, 1962 Mini MK I (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Mini MK I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1962 Mini MK I | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 700 | MK I |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2040 mm |
