1962 Mini Countryman vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Because 2012 BMW 525 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 2012 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Mini Countryman, 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1962 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1962 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mini Countryman | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Mini | BMW |
| Model | Countryman | 525 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2968 mm |
