1988 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 730 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 142 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 730. 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 730 | 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 | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
