1981 BMW 725 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 725 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2596 mm |
