1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 1600 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
