1985 BMW 324 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1985 BMW 324 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 1985 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 324 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |