1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 47 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 1255 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 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 2013 BMW X3 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Innocenti Mini | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Innocenti | BMW |
Model | Mini | X3 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2810 mm |