1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1966 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1966 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | BMW |
| Model | Mini | X5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2934 mm |
