1978 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Because 1978 BMW 520 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 1978 BMW 520. 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 520 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |