1978 BMW M1 vs. 1971 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1978 BMW M1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 BMW M1 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 M1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Mini Clubman, 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 M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1971 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | M1 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
