1990 BMW 850 vs. 1970 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1970 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 850 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 1990 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1970 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | 850 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2150 mm |
