1972 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | Touring | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2595 mm |
