1990 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, 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 M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | M3 | One |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
