1963 Mini Countryman vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 1255 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 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman. 2011 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1963 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1963 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mini | BMW |
| Model | Countryman | X3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2807 mm |
