1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Mini Clubman would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 902 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1969 Austin Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1969 Austin Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Mini Clubman | 330 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
