1979 BMW 633 vs. 1970 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1979 BMW 633 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 633 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 1979 BMW 633. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 1970 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 633 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
