1971 BMW 3 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1971 BMW 3 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 1971 BMW 3. 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2547 mm |
