1992 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 525 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1561 mm |
