1990 BMW 850 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 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 89 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 850 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 850 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |