1973 Mini MK III vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mini MK III, 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mini MK III | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mini | BMW |
| Model | MK III | 335 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
