1988 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 530 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 1988 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 530 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 530 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2467 mm |
