1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1978 BMW 725
To start off, 1978 BMW 725 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1978 BMW 725 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 1978 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1978 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1978 BMW 725 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Mini Cooper | 725 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |