1984 BMW 725 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 725.
Because 1984 BMW 725 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 1984 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 725 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2467 mm |
