1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 330 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 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Mini Cooper | 330 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |