1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | BMW |
| Model | Mini | X3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
