1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1969 BMW 2800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 2800 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
