1975 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 320 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 1975 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 320 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
