1972 BMW 2002 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 2002 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 BMW 2002.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 BMW 2002 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 2002 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 2002 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
