1977 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1977 BMW 530 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 1977 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1977 BMW 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 530 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 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 Length | 4630 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
