1988 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520. 1988 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 520 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
