1963 BMW 700 vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 384 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, 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, 2001 Mini One (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 700 | One |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
