1992 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 320 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 1992 BMW 320. 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 320 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
