1990 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 20 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 66 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | M3 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
