1962 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 465 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 700 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
