1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, both 1963 BMW 1800 and 1963 Mini Countryman were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 BMW 1800 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 1963 BMW 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 1800 | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 1800 | Countryman |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |