1993 BMW M5 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | M5 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
