1974 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mini Cooper (210 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | Touring | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
