1980 BMW 628 vs. 1973 Mini MK III
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 BMW 628 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 1980 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mini MK III, 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1973 Mini MK III | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 628 | MK III |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
